To a certain extent, hearing loss is unavoidable. As we get older, many of our body’s functions start to decline, and our ability to hear is one of them. Hearing loss can also be a cause of several other factors such as genetic disorders, ear trauma, or even...
When someone you care about suffers unaddressed hearing loss, this can create an incredibly frustrating situation for both you and your loved one. Whether it’s your spouse, mother, father, grandparent, or close friend — it can be difficult and painful to watch...
Taking care of your hearing is of the utmost importance. Tinnitus, which is known as a ringing sensation in the ears, is more common than you may think. It is estimated that approximately 20% of the population experiences tinnitus at one level or another. It’s...
When you first notice that a loved one appears to have hearing loss, you want to help–but you may also feel awkward about it. Does your friend or family member realize that their hearing has deteriorated? Will they be grateful for your support, or will they feel...
Are you a veteran struggling with hearing loss? You may have been exposed to loud noise such as artillery, small arms fire, engines, explosions, or other machinery while you were serving. If you’re in the armed forces, protecting your hearing is often not your...
Did you know that May is Better Hearing and Speech Month? It is! Yet most people aren’t aware of it, just like most people don’t think much about how well they can hear. Most hearing loss is gradual, so it’s easy to assume that “everybody...